Merrell boots are designed to fit like your street shoes. When ordering Merrell boots, shoes, or sandals, you should reference your normal shoe size.

What to Expect:

A snug fit in the heel: In a stride, your foot bends at the ball, and the heel tries to pull away from the boot. Because of Merrell's precise fit, the upper follows the heel. This prevents the slipping and sliding that eventually causes blisters. Snug over the instep: Besides preventing the toes from sliding forward when you go down hill, a precise instep fit gives you internal control. When you're standing on sloping rocks, the boot sole doesn't sideslip underneath you. Toe Room: Merrell gives plenty of room to the toes. This room, combined with a sturdy toe box, protects the toes from getting bashed by rocks.

1) Try your new boots on over the correct sock combination without lacing. Stand and push your toes forward so they touch the front of the boot. You should be able to slip one finger into the space behind your heel. If there isn't enough room, the boot is probably too small and you should try the next half-size larger. For boots to be used while carrying a moderate-to-heavy pack, a full finger space is recommended.

2) Tap your heel back in the heel cup and lace the boot. The boot should feel snug across the ball, around the instep, and in the heel. The arch should be comfortably supported and the toes should be free to wiggle and curl.

3) To check the fit in the heel, walk up an incline. The heel should lift a maximum of 1/2 inch (1.75cm).

4) The toes should not jam into the front of the boot. Checkthis by walking down an incline or tap your toe lightly into the floor or against the wall. If the boot fits correctly, the toes should gently touch the end of the boot.

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Description

A hiking boot that channels the speed-oriented spirit.

Merrell set out to build a quality hiking boot with the soul of a trail running shoe, and the result was the Moab Ventilator Mid Hiking Boot. Featuring the durability of a combat boot and breathability that will remind you of your flip-flops, the Moab Ventilator offers a hybrid design for aggressive, high-octane hikers.

An upper blend of leather and nylon mesh promotes breathability and flexibility without sacrificing support and durability

Have an answer for ebe4137502?

I wear mine everyday

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

Fit:
True to size

these are the best boots ive ever put on. they aren't waterproof as it says they are but they are water resistant and tend to dry fast when wet. ive been on many hiking/backpacking trips with these and ive also done a ton of rappelling in them(some times down waterfalls) they can with stand hell if they can last through me lol.

Comment on tony cormier's review »

Best Shoes.

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

Fit:
True to size

I have had these for a few years now, use them a lot and they are still in great condition. This withstood a pretty treacherous trip to Yosemite and were beat up pretty good there but the shoes are still fantastic. The more you wear them the more comfortable they get. A great investment! Be sure to get it a little big for downhill presses.

Comment on Marcial Cambronero's review »

The Air Force Ones of trail crushing

Familiarity:
I've used it several times

Fit:
Runs small

I have used these boots on a couple shorter hikes, as well as some longer 8-10 mile hikes and they are working out great. I am 6'6 and sport a wide size 14 boot and opted for a size 15 after experiencing toe discomfort with a size 14 pair of hiking shoes and I feel like they are the perfect fit for me in a size 15. The boot is very, very comfortable and features plush cushioning in the ankle and a supportive insole that allows me to run down trails and bounce off rocks without experiencing any discomfort or toe bang. I use these with Darn Tough Merino Wool socks, so I dont notice moisture so much, but these are not waterproof boots, although they do not lose alot of the grip after stomping through runoff streams. I am very pleased with these boots thus far, and look forward to a Summer of breaking trail with the Merrell Moabs

Have an answer for kpr?

My go-to day-to-day boot

These boots are a blessing for those in hot/dry climates or someone looking for a lightweight mid boot. They're comfortable to wear all day in a outdoors setting or even kicking about the office.

The Moab's fit is a little different from my experience with other Merrell boots, this might be a blessing or not depending on your foot. I find these run about a 1/2 size short but have a wider foot box to accommodate those of us with wider feet. Just something to be aware of..

Quality and construction is great. These are not a boot that you can expect to last forever like some super sturdy backpacking boot. These are a lightweight hiker. So keep that in mind as well. I've utterly worn my first pair out.. I've more than put these through the ringer. They've held up to all the abuse I've been able to throw at them so they're hardly "fragile".

For further info please read my other responses to questions regarding this boot posted here.

Comment on Justin Hebert's review »

I usually need a rather wide shoe so I'm...

I usually need a rather wide shoe so I'm hard to fit. This makes me reluctant to order shoes online because I cannot try them on first. The Sketchers I bought are a size 10, 4E width and they fit perfectly. If I order these in a size 10, and they don't fit will they be easy to return? I don't want to waste time ordering these if I'll just have to return them. Any advice would be appreciated.

These are fairly wide fitting for Merrell's. I wear a size 9 in most other boots (Salomon Quest 4D for example) and I find these run slightly small. I've gone through 2 pairs of these now, they're an awesome day-day/day hiking boot.. My first pair was a size 9, and it fit, but I found them to be a bit uncomfortable on steeper and more technical descents. Toes just a bit too cramped. I've since replaced that pair with a size 9.5 and they fit like most other 9's do.

I think you'll be best served stepping up a half size with these Merrell's. As for the width, I think you'll be fine unless you truly do have some exceptionally wide feet.

As far as the return process at Backcountry, they're a blessing to deal with. I've only had to return one item so far, and they're ultra helpful and the process is smooth/hassle free. Backcountry has this stuff wired tight.

Hope this helps you, let us know how things go with them if you decide to pick them up!

Have an answer for Dennis?

Returned These...

The fit (I wear 44/10.5 'Wide' Asolos and Scarpas) was off for me: Much too wide and a bit short. And I have wide feet. Trying to avoid stubbing the toe by lashing them tight was uncomfortable, as the soft tongue does not distribute pressure much. I also found them very synthetic-feeling and sweaty, since the ventilation only cools the foot in certain spots. Points awarded for backcountry letting me return them.

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Comment on Maggie's review »

considering buying these for hiking around...

considering buying these for hiking around Arizona mainly due to the ventilation aspect. Waterproof isn't important as I don't plan on spending much time in the water, and if I do they should dry fairly quickly from the sounds of it. My question is, with the mid-height ankle support would these be adequate for backpacking? Planning a trip to Havasupai (10 mi each way) with maybe a 20-30 lb pack. Any advice would be appreciated.

I've been rocking these in the NM deserts and peaks for the last year and I've found them to be pretty freaking awesome. They're my go-to boot for most outings, but I think you're packload is a bit more than what these lightweight hikers are designed to carry. Not saying they wouldn't work, but these do better with lighter loads.

Have an answer for Alain Gaudreault?

Simply my goto casual boot for the past 10 years.

In the last few years I've gone through a few pairs (they don't last forever you know!), but each pair has been beat to death. Hiking all the trails, scrambling sharp abrasive traprock here in Western Mass, climbing trees (Maples with coarse bark and tight branch-crotches), and using it to bike with due to the ankle support: These shoes last for easily 3 years a pair doing all this stuff, constantly. For three season weather, these are prime. Once you factor in water, they may dissapoint you, but maybe not. Usually if you end up spending more than a few hours in the wet (mud after rain, SNOW) they will seep & get damp, but they are ventilating shoes, so you will dry out. In scorching summer and freezing winter they keep you comfortable, have enough play to fit your range of socks, and most importantly, the VIBRAM sole is indestructable. All the old pairs I've retired had to go because of internal fabric shredding or the shoe material ripping up. The soles still had easily a couple years of real good grip left. And those soles do have grip! They look great, break in ultra-nice, and are a steal being under 100$. Perfect for a casual to serious dayhiker, or anyone who is walking around nature.

Comment on sca3829137's review »

Disappointed

I bought a pair last spring and they barely held up to the end of fall. They are comfortable but not long lasting and lose there shape. If you dont mind spending that amount of money each year they might be perfect for you. My last pair of hiking boots lasted me 16 years.

Comment on Robb's review »

Lovable

I have had these shoes for about two years now and if you are looking for a light weigh breathable mid this is it. Forms to the foot very well and is in typical Merrell fashion just a rock solid boot. I have used it small hikes up Olympus or 45 mile/4 day trips in the ADK's, holds up great. Still alive and kicking.

I CAN'T FIND WHERE THEY SAY WHAT WIDTH...

These are a medium width shoe. For the most part, BackCountry does not stock wide width shoes. Although Merrell does make this shoe in a wide width, you will have to buy it directly from the manufacture. This boot best fits a C/D width foot.